DAMASCUS BAKERIES, WHOLE WHEAT PITAS

Common questions

Is DAMASCUS BAKERIES, WHOLE WHEAT PITAS healthy?

DAMASCUS BAKERIES, WHOLE WHEAT PITAS scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains whole wheat flour, which is a beneficial ingredient due to its fiber content and nutritional value.

How processed is DAMASCUS BAKERIES, WHOLE WHEAT PITAS?

DAMASCUS BAKERIES, WHOLE WHEAT PITAS is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive DAMASCUS BAKERIES, WHOLE WHEAT PITAS' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Sea salt counts in its favor; Raw sugar is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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DAMASCUS BAKERIES, WHOLE WHEAT PITAS

Damascus Bakery Inc
Bioengineered
65 Fair

Analysis updated May 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Damascus Bakery Inc
Category Bread
Summary

This product contains whole wheat flour, which is a beneficial ingredient due to its fiber content and nutritional value. However, it is considered ultra-processed due to the presence of additives like fumaric acid and a natural mold inhibitor. While the ingredient list is relatively short and lacks harmful oils or high-fructose corn syrup, the processing level limits its healthiness.

Key ingredients 8

Sea salt
Good

Sea salt adds flavor and essential minerals, enhancing the taste and nutritional profile of the pita.

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Whole wheat flour
Neutral

Whole wheat flour is a minimally processed ingredient that provides dietary fiber and nutrients, making it a healthy choice in bread products.

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Water
Neutral

Water is essential for dough formation and has no nutritional drawbacks, serving as a neutral component.

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Natural mold inhibitor (cultured wheat starch, cultured corn syrup, wheat flour)
Neutral

This natural mold inhibitor helps preserve the product without synthetic chemicals, maintaining safety and freshness.

Wheat gluten
Neutral

Wheat gluten enhances dough elasticity and texture, contributing to product quality without negative health effects.

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Yeast
Neutral

Baker's/nutritional yeast in standard use — benign.

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Fumaric acid
Neutral

Fumaric acid is used as a food additive for acidity regulation, with no significant health concerns at typical levels.

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Raw sugar
Bad

Raw sugar is a refined sweetener that can contribute to excess calorie intake and has limited nutritional value.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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